Research opens the possibility of new, noninvasive genetic prenatal testing
Performing a routine prenatal test with a mother’s blood sample might be possible in the future, says a group of researchers. They have determined that
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$27.9 million from NIH to support Baylor’s Knockout Mouse Project
Nearly $28 million has been awarded to Baylor College of Medicine’s Knockout Mouse Project led by Dr. Arthur Beaudet, professor of molecular and human genetics,
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Throwback Thursday: History has its eyes on you
From virtual reality headsets, to digital cameras and programs that let people with disabilities communicate, eye tracking software is a technology that has been integrated
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Thyroid disease and cancer: What you need to know
Over 20 million Americans have some form of thyroid disease — however, up to 60 percent of those with thyroid disease aren’t aware of their
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Targeting two cell surface molecules can mitigate escape of solid glioblastoma tumors
One strategy to fight cancer cells involves ‘training’ the individual’s own immune system to fight the tumor, what is called immunotherapy. One form of immunotherapy
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Narrowing down genes involved in male fertility
A couple’s fertility depends on both the female’s and male’s ability to reproduce, which relies on thousands of genes working properly. Around the world, infertility
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Researchers perform 3-D genome surgery on female’s silent X chromosome
Females have two X chromosomes in each of their cells. Fully unfolded, each copy is two inches long. One of these two X chromosomes is
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Chromosome remodeler SETD2 also remodels the cytoskeleton in kidney cancer cells
Kidney cancer begins when certain genes mutate and, as a result, alter how key molecules work. One of these key molecules is SETD2, which is
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Celebrating Momentum’s 1,000th post!
Since 2013, the team here at Momentum has strived to bring you the latest in health care, research, education and community service from Baylor College
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Realistic 3D printing helps Baylor doctors train, master complex surgeries
Detailed 3D printed models are changing the way surgeons approach complex surgeries while paving the way for a revolution in surgical training. Thanks to the
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